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The No.3 nuclear reactor of the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant at Minamisoma is seen burning after a blast following an earthquake and tsunami in this handout satellite image taken Monday
When things got too dangerous at the Fukushima Nuclear Plant, some 800 workers were evacuated. But between 50 and 70 are staying behind, fighting the fire, trying to cool the reactors with sea water, and selflessly risking their lives with no guarantee of escaping the effects of radiation. Coming up, Lawrence talks with a former Energy Department senior advisor about the true danger those workers face. Remember, if you'd like to help the relief effort, there are a number of resources available.
UPDATE: 11:45 P.M. EDT: Workers have suspended operations and evacuated Wednesday after a surge in radiation made it too dangerous to remain there, dealing a setback to Japan’s frantic efforts to stem a nuclear crisis. Stay with MSNBC and NBC News for updates.
